How Holiday Diet Changes Show Up on Your Skin

How Holiday Diet Changes Show Up on Your Skin

1. Sugar Spikes = Inflammation + Breakouts

Holiday treats are high in refined sugars, which cause blood sugar spikes.

When blood sugar rises quickly, your body releases insulin — triggering inflammation and increasing oil production.
This combination can lead to:
• breakouts
• puffiness
• dull tone
• redness

You don’t need to avoid sugar entirely — you need to balance it.

2. Salt = Puffiness + Dehydration

Salty holiday foods cause your body to hold water unevenly.

This often shows up as:
• facial puffiness
• under-eye swelling
• dull, tight skin

Ironically, salt can make your skin look less hydrated even though you’re retaining water.

3. Alcohol = Dehydration + Barrier Stress

Alcohol is dehydrating and increases transepidermal water loss.

It also disrupts sleep, which is when your skin repairs itself.

The result:
• dry patches
• redness
• dullness
• slower healing

4. Late Nights = Slower Skin Repair

Your skin regenerates most efficiently during deep sleep.

Late nights mean:
• slower collagen production
• impaired barrier repair
• increased inflammation

This is why skin looks tired after holiday events — even if you used your best products.

How to Eat for Your Skin During the Holidays (Without Being Extreme)

You don’t need a restrictive diet — just a few smart adjustments.

1. Pair Sugar With Protein or Fat

Instead of cutting sweets, slow the blood sugar spike.

Examples:
• dessert after a meal
• chocolate with nuts
• cookies with protein-rich foods earlier

This reduces inflammation and breakouts.

2. Hydrate Strategically

Holiday hydration isn’t about chugging water once.

Aim for:
• water before coffee
• water between drinks
• electrolyte support if drinking alcohol

Hydration keeps your skin barrier intact.

3. Add Anti-Inflammatory Foods When You Can

Balance indulgence with:
• leafy greens
• berries
• omega-3s (salmon, walnuts)
• turmeric, ginger, cinnamon

These foods help calm inflammation that shows up in the skin.

The LOCA Holiday Skincare Regimen (Realistic + Effective)

When life gets busy, consistency matters more than complexity.

Morning (2 minutes)

  1. Gentle cleanse

  2. Thirst Trap for hydration

  3. C Me Glow for brightness

  4. Moisturizer + SPF

Evening (3 minutes)

  1. Cleanse

  2. Bounce Back for barrier repair

  3. Moisturizer

That’s it.

This routine supports hydration, brightness, and barrier repair — even when your schedule is chaotic.

3 Holiday Glow Rules to Live By

  1. Never sleep in makeup — even once can set your skin back days

  2. Moisturize immediately after cleansing to trap hydration

  3. Skip exfoliation if your skin feels irritated or tight

Holiday skin thrives on protection, not punishment.

Glow Thought

The holidays aren’t about perfection — they’re about balance.

You can enjoy the food, the celebrations, and the late nights and keep your skin glowing.

Support your body.
Protect your barrier.
Stay hydrated.
Keep it simple.

Your glow doesn’t disappear during the holidays — it just needs a little extra care.

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